Dinner Cruise is smart formal. Both ladies and gentlemen are asked to dress in a manner appropriate to a smart formal occasion. Sports shoes and leisure wear are not permitted. Special Events – will be different so please contact a Thames Dinner Cruise reservations agent on: 0203 551 3942 for more information.
What is the dress code on river cruises?
Bring casual clothes that are comfortable – that’s your main priority. Unlike ocean cruises where guests often dine in ballgowns and tuxedos, the dress code on a river cruise is much more relaxed and informal.
Are there toilets on Thames River cruise?
Thames River Boats
Our larger river boats all have licenced on-board bars, with a range of coffees, snacks and alcoholic drinks. They all have toilet facilities, and some even have baby changing facilities.
Do you have to dress smart on a cruise?
The dress code is almost always elegant casual after 6 p.m., with the exception of the final evening of each cruise. Skirts or slacks paired with blouses or sweaters, pantsuits or dresses are acceptable for women, and men should wear slacks and collared shirts. Sport jackets are optional.
What should I wear on a cruise ship during the day?
Carnival cruise dress code
Passengers will be just fine in jeans, T-shirts, tank tops, shorts and bathing suits for their days on board or ashore. At night, nice jeans and nice tops are perfect for eating in the main dining rooms.
Can you wear jeans on a river cruise?
You can wear jeans on a river cruise but it’s best to avoid wearing any with holes or rips. Smart denim is even fine to wear for the dining room during the evenings. In the colder months, you will see most people wearing jeans during the day for excursions and around the ship.
Can you wear jeans to cruise dinner?
On formal nights, proper attire includes tuxedos, suits or slacks (jackets required) for men and evening gowns, cocktail dresses or dressy pantsuits for women. Jeans are welcome in all dining venues during the day, but they’re not appropriate in any public venues for dinner or cocktail hour.
What do you wear to a Thames boat party?
What to wear. Whatever you wear on a normal night out is fine for a boat party, but it is worth taking something warm as it standing up on deck can be a bit chilly late in the evening. We have cloakrooms on our boats, so you won’t have to carry your winter jacket around with you all evening.
Do you sleep on river cruises?
River cruises are brimming with onboard amenities. Staterooms are most often river-facing, and come equipped with hotel-style beds, private bathrooms, individual climate control, refrigerators, safes and TVs. Higher stateroom categories may have French balconies, verandas, and separate sleeping and sitting quarters.
How long is a Thames River cruise?
The full length of the cruise, heading from Westminster to Greenwich piers, takes 70 minutes one way, 180 minutes return. From Westminster to Tower Pier, it’s 40 minutes one way, 80 minutes return.
What should you not pack on a cruise?
Cruise lines do all they can to make sure each ship feels like your home away from home when you set sail.
What Not to Pack: Things You Want to Bring on a Cruise But…
- Household Appliances Like Irons and Coffeemakers.
- Weapons and Restraints.
- Liquor or Beer.
- Books.
- Toys That Will Get You in Trouble.
What items can you not take on a cruise?
Prohibited items:
- Firearms & Ammunition, including realistic replicas.
- Sharp Objects, including all knives and scissors.
- Illegal Drugs & Substances.
- CBD Oil / CBD Products.
- Candles, Incense, Coffee Makers, Clothes Irons, Travel Steamers & Hot Plates.
- Hoverboards.
Should you bring your purse on a cruise?
Bring a small purse to hold your cruise card and camera when walking around the ship. I always like to have my camera with me so carrying a small purse means I don’t have to always have it in hand.
Is it usually cold on cruise ships?
All modern cruise ships have air conditioning. Most have air conditioning in all public spaces and also in cabins. The temperature onboard is generally held at a relatively stable temperature regardless of where in the world the cruise is.
Does it get cold at night on a cruise ship?
The wind can cause you to feel cool…but the temps will be in the mid-70’s to 80’s.
Is it cold on the deck of a cruise ship?
And while you might be cruising the Caribbean or some other tropical locale, ship decks can get pretty cold at night when the sun goes down and the wind picks up, so it may be smart to bring a shawl or light jacket.
What kind of pants should I wear on a cruise?
For women, this means skirts, pants, or jeans with a casual top. For men, they are required to wear pants or jeans with a short sleeve sport shirt. Shorts and flip-flops are not permitted in the evenings. On Evening Chic nights, the dress code is dressier than smart casual but less so than a traditional formal night.
What should I wear on my first day of cruise?
What should I wear on embarkation day? Since you most likely will be doing a lot of walking and standing in line, comfortable shoes are key. Dress casually, and don’t be surprised to see tropical wear on Caribbean cruises or even groups in matching T-shirts. Also make sure you check the weather beforehand.
Do you tip on a river cruise?
Feel free to ask your Cruise Director if you are unsure what is appropriate, but generally local guides expect 10-15 percent of the tour price as a tip. Below is a guide to the way our river cruise operators manage their gratuities and tips, so you are best prepared for your holiday.
What do you wear to a casual dinner on a cruise?
Eveningwear: Casual
We recommend a dress or nice blouse with slacks for women and khakis with a polo or a short-sleeve button-down shirt for men. But check your cruise line’s dress code — many allow jeans on casual night.
Do you eat the first day on a cruise?
Yes, there will food provided for lunch once you get onboard the ship. Depending on which ship you are boarding, the options can vary, but in general the Windjammer buffet will be your go-to spot for an embarkation day lunch.